INCA TRAIL 4 DAYS

This 4 days trek is part of what Incas used to walk from Cuzco to Quito, passing through Ingapirca. On this place you will find the most significant ruins that the Incas left to Ecuador with their amazing temple. On you way there you will also visit Achupallas town, Tres Cruces & Culebrillas lagoon and Paredon ruins.

The best time of the year to make this trek is from June until September; also remember the the climate is unpredictable so we highly recommend you to bring warm clothing and several leyers.

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Quito - Achupallas

• Pick up at designated time
• Transfer to Achupallas town
• Accommodation Achupallas base camp (3100m)
• Lunch / Dinner

Day 2: Achupallas – Base Camp

• Start the trek in direction of Paredones ruins (4 to 5 hours)
• Arrival to base camp
• Accommodation (3700m)
• Breakfast / Box lunch / Dinner

Day 3: Base Camp – Tres Cruces - Paredones

• Continue the trek in direction of Paredones ruins (6 hours)
• Arrival to Tres Cruces lagoon
• Trek around the Culebrillas lagoon
• Arrival to Paredones ruins – Accommodation on base camp (3400m)
• Breakfast / Box lunch / Dinner

Day 4: Ingapirca – Quito

• Start the trek to meet up with the transportation
• Travel towards Ingapirca
• Return to Quito
• Breakfast / Lunch

INCLUDED ON THE TOUR:

• Private transportation
• Bilingual guide (ASEGUIM)
• Described meals
• Camping equipment
• Lodging in the tents
• Horses and porters
• Permits and entrances

EXCLUDED ON TOUR:

• Sleeping Bag & insulator
• Tips
• Head Lamp   
• Travel insurance
• Alcoholic beverages
• Trekking equipment
• Backpacks

NECESSARY EQUIPEMENT:

• Sleeping bag & insulator
• Sunglasses
• Camera
• Backpacks
• Polar pant / jacket
• Waterproof pant / jacket
• Gloves
• Wool Hat
• Extra Water 
• Sun Cream
• Extra Energy Drinks & Snacks          

TIPS FOR A SUCCESFUL TOUR:

• Hydrate three days before this tour
• Sleep well the night before
• Do not drink alcohol or smoke at least two days before
• Bring some snacks: energy bars, chocolate and water
• Eat healthy food few days before